8-10k budget suggestions please


Hey guys, 

been out of the game about 10 years, got a new wife, new house, and plugged in my old B&W 804's.  Connected them to a Denon receiver expecting to want to do surround sound.......But forget it!  I really want to maximize my 804's for 2 channel listening.

My room is 15ft long by 13 by 9.  not very big but I need amplification and streaming capabilites.  Will add TT later as I do have vinyl.  Room tx is on it's way so let's just assume it's already done.

 

Thanks for all your help!

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@asmithkash Well, it goes back to a question I have regarding the power you think you need for the speakers. I have not looked them up so I don't know impedance specs. 

I am sure some would disagree but I consider impedance across frequency range more important than sensitivity when it comes to the power needed. Sensitivity relates more to how a speaker plays into the room. Impedance relates to how the amplifier interacts with the speaker. The size of your room helps. It is similar to my own.

 

I should add that I am not familiar with the sound of your speakers, just that you like the way they sound with your AVR. I am positive you are going to be please with the road you are about to travel. A high quality 2 channel integrated amplifier will take you much of the way.

I prefer some warmth, with a non aggressive or tipped up  treble, and articulate midrange in my speaker. 

 

Are your 804s the one with a pair of 6.5" woofers?  

I would think that you may not need the subwoofers you were thinking about in your original post. A small room supports base energy. For music it can get to be too much. 

Mesch, yes they are!  I don't think I will need a sub either.  Plenty of bottom end on those suckers in that room.  

Why such hate for B&W from some.  Too bright for many correct?  I did hear some Harbeth speakers on a nice rig about 3 years ago that sounded awesome!